2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
