2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Copen | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |