1982 Buick Estate vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1966 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Buick Estate 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Estate Compagno
Year Released 1982 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6596 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 182 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 765 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2230 mm