2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 14 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1068 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rendezvous | Opti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
