1977 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Electra 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Electra | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2160 mm |
