1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1500 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 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cuore | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2920 mm |
