1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 881 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 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Opti | 6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |