2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Copen | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |