1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda L weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Cuore | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
