2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 590 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 1998 Ford Mustang 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 1998 Ford Mustang. 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
