1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 910 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Opti |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |