2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Copen and 2001 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 765 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 2001 Dodge Viper 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 2001 Dodge Viper. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Copen | Viper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |