2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Ford Versailles
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 Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Versailles (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 1998 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Versailles 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 Versailles | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
