1986 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza

To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 355 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 1986 Buick Electra. 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Electra 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Electra Feroza
Year Released 1986 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 87.6 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2270 mm


 

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