2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 277 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Copen | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
