1979 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1995 Daihatsu Feroza | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Electra | Feroza |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 274 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |