1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
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 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Opti | Insignia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2737 mm |