1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Falcon 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Falcon | Copen |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |