1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 5 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 235 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Opti | Gol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
