1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 940 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 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Cuore | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2360 mm |
