2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
