1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 12 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 1,119 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 25 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 430 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, 2001 Rover 25 (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Cuore | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
