1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1992 Daihatsu Opti and 1992 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 636 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 1992 Volvo 240 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 1992 Volvo 240. 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, 1992 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Opti | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |