2001 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1075 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 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Opti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
