2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 230 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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Copen | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
