1985 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1285 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 Mercury Marauder 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 2005 Mercury Marauder. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Cuore | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2900 mm |
