1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. 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 1988 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Feroza | Charade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
