1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 460 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Opti | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
