1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Opti weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Consorte | Opti |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |