1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 56 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 220 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, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Opti | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
