1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 590 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Cuore | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
