1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 20 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 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 30 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 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1985 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | Carol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2370 mm |
