1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 902 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Compagno | Charger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3518 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |
