1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1395 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 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Opti | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
