2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1989 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Copen | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
