1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1710 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Opti | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3157 mm |
