1977 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus 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 1977 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taunus | Copen |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
