1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 525 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
