1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 40 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 983 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Compagno | Safari |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4294 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
