1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 65 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 Nissan Skyline. 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 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Feroza | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
