1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 838 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Opti | V50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |