1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 900 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Opti | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
