1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 7 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 659 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Opti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Opti weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today 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 1999 Honda Today
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Opti Today
Year Released 1992 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1400 mm


 

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