1980 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen LN weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LN | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2160 mm |
