1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 12 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 992 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Opti has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Opti | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
