1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 13 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 747 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 400 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 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 813 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Cuore | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2570 mm |
