1988 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Feroza has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Electra | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2180 mm |
