1985 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Holden | Daihatsu |
Model | Drover | Copen |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |