2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
