1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 280 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 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1978 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | 818 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2320 mm |
