2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 270 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 1990 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Copen | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
