1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 627 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Granada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2791 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |