1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 515 kg more than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1984 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Compagno | Conquest |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2555 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |