1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Feroza | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
