1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 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 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Cuore | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |