2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 901 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Copen | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |