2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Copen | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |