2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
