1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 590 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 1977 Ford Falcon 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 1977 Ford Falcon. 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Opti | Falcon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |