1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Feroza | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
