2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Copen | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
