2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 420 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 Plymouth Prowler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Copen | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2880 mm |
