1983 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 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, 1983 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escort | Copen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
