1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Cuore | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
