1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline

To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Daihatsu Compagno 1981 Nissan Skyline
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Compagno Skyline
Year Released 1967 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1809 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2620 mm


 

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