1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 806 kg more than 1974 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:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Consorte | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
