1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Visa | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
