2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 335 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.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
