1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 730 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Opti | Galant |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |