2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, both vehicles can yield 121 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
