1982 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Golf | Copen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
