2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Sirion and 1992 Toyota Paseo are equipped with a 1,495 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Paseo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
