1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 780 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
