1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 3 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 860 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Opti | J30 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
