1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 29 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 494 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Compagno | Prowler |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3518 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |