1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 305 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 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
Model | Feroza | Century |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |