2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
