1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Opti | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
