1979 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2006 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escort | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
