1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escort | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
