1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 725 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Compagno | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |