1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Copen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
