2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2003 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 840 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, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Opti |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
