1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Corona weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. 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, 1965 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Opti | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |