1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Visto weights approximately 60 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 Kia Visto (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Opti | Visto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
