1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 875 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 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
| Model | Opti | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
