2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
