2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 500 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 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 1993 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
