1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |
