1985 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Accord | Copen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
