1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 564 kg more than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Compagno | Esprit |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2172 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |