1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
