2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. Both 2007 Daihatsu Copen and 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
