1993 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Feroza | Parati |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
