1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 962 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Compagno 1994 Jaguar XJR
Make Daihatsu Jaguar
Model Compagno XJR
Year Released 1970 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3980 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 512 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3050 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1752 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2880 mm


 

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