1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Cuore | 109 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2780 mm |
