2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Opti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
