1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 20 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), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
Model | Opti | Regal |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |