2002 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Copen. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Copen | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Copen | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
