1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 970 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 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Opti | A4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
