2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1180 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 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Copen | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
