2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 760 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 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Copen | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
