1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 17 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 418 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, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Opti | Rio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
