2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Suburban | Opti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 40 L |