2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Supra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |