1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Opti has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Buick Skylark | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Skylark | Opti |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |