1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2640 mm |
