1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1360 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Cuore | Durango |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3030 mm |
