2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1202 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Rainier 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Rainier Compagno
Year Released 2004 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 275 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 66 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 813 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2290 mm


 

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