1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 806 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Chevelle | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
