2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Copen | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
