1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
