1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volvo 120 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 1958 Volvo 120 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 1958 Volvo 120. 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, 1958 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Opti | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |