1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1110 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Opti | Rexton |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |