1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Compagno |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |