1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 19 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 470 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Compagno | 944 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2477 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |