1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 204 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Neon | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Plymouth | Daihatsu |
Model | Neon | Copen |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |