2008 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2012 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
| Model | Niva | Copen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
