2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Sirion | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |