1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Copen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
