1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 5 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Feroza | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
