1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1976 Volvo 343 is newer by 6 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 343 weights approximately 200 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, 1976 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Compagno | 343 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |