1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 594 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.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Opti | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |