1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 9 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 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 555 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 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Cuore | Mira |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |