1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
