2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 805 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 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Copen | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
