1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 1997 Nissan President is newer by 11 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 1290 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 1997 Nissan President 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 1997 Nissan President. 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Cuore | President |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3040 mm |