1984 Renault R5 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Renault R5 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 1984 Renault R5. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2010 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | R5 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 905 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
