2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 983 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C8 | Opti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
