1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cuore | Toronado |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2910 mm |