1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 679 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 1995 Porsche 911 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 1995 Porsche 911. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Cuore | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |