1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Compagno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |