2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 316 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |