1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1140 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 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2990 mm |
