1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Feroza | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
