2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
