1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 740 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 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Opti | 968 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 92 L |
