1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Cuore | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2490 mm |
