1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 820 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Opti | Armada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
