1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1978 Ford LTD

To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 10 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 1000 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 1978 Ford LTD
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Compagno LTD
Year Released 1968 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 5763 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 3080 mm


 

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