1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1979 Chrysler Avenger 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 1979 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Avenger | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avenger | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
