1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 830 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 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
| Model | Cuore | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
