1981 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | Omni | Copen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
