1979 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (94 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 471 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
