1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 13 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 245 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 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
Model | Opti | Juara |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |