1978 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (94 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1995 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |
