1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1985 Daihatsu Cuore and 1985 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 635 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 1985 Ford Granada 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 1985 Ford Granada. 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, 1985 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1985 Ford Granada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Granada |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2780 mm |