1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1987 Daihatsu Cuore and 1987 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 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 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Daihatsu Cuore 1987 Toyota Corolla
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Cuore Corolla
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 847 cc 1452 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 600 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2410 mm


 

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