1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant 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 30 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |
