1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 685 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Newport | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2270 mm |
