2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
