1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, both 1987 Daihatsu Cuore and 1987 Nissan 300 ZX were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 860 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 1987 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |
