2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 40 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Copen | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
