1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1030 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Opti | Frontera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |