1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Opti | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
