2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 490 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 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Copen | CJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
