1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 977 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Opti | Equinox |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |