2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1980 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |