1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
