1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 830 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Opti | ATS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
