1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 810 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.
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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Cuore | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3200 mm |
