1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1987 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1987 Daihatsu Cuore and 1987 Talbot Horizon were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1987 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Cuore | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |
