1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 760 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 1968 Dodge Coronet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Cuore | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2980 mm |
