1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1091 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Opti | Rexton |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |