1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2710 mm |
