2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 574 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 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |
