1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 540 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Opti | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
