1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1220 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Opti | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
