1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 1989 Daihatsu Cuore and 1989 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,235 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Micra weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1989 Nissan Micra (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Cuore | Micra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2310 mm |