1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Cuore | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 6292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3110 mm |
