1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1986 Opel Omega

To start off, 1986 Opel Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 520 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 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Daihatsu Compagno 1986 Opel Omega
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Compagno Omega
Year Released 1968 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2740 mm