2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 375 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Copen | Guara |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |