2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 706 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Copen | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
