1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1200 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 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Opti | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
