2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 796 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 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Copen | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
