1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1196 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Opti | CLS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
