1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1986 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1986 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 588 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, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1986 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2299 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |