2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Copen | Montrose |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
