1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 343 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Consorte | 343 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
