1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick Riviera 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 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Copen |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 120 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2240 mm |