1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 840 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Copen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
