2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 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 1987 Ford Tempo. 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 1987 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
