2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Copen | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2650 mm |
