1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 836 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2730 mm |
