1976 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2007 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Estate | Copen |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |