1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Cuore | Taft |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |