1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1074 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
Model | Opti | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 97 L |