2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Copen | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
