1984 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 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, both vehicles can yield 101 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1984 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
Model | Passat | Copen |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |