1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 318 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
