1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Roadmaster | Compagno |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |