1977 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Regal | Compagno |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |