1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 560 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |
