2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Copen | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
