1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 699 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
