1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 800 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Opti | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
