2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Copen | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
