2009 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 800 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 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Copen | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2970 mm |
