1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 310 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 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Opti | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |