1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 25 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 1085 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Cuore | R8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2649 mm |
