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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 333 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 1195 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 470 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 5654 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |
