1993 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Feroza | Astro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
