2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Copen | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |