1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 935 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Daihatsu |
| Model | Toronado | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
