1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 320 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 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Compagno | Taurus |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3496 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |