2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 990 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Opti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
