1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 Ford LTD

To start off, 1972 Ford LTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 905 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Compagno 1972 Ford LTD
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Compagno LTD
Year Released 1970 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3927 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 3090 mm