1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 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, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escort | Copen |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |