1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 20 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 465 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 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2810 mm |
