2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 650 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 1996 Dodge Viper 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 1996 Dodge Viper. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Copen | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
