1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Compagno | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
