1988 Honda Shuttle 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 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Shuttle | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
