1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 15 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 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 893 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 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Opti | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
