1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 755 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Feroza | G |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
