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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Meteor weights approximately 35 kg more 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
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 | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 850 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
