1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1541 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.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Cuore | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3310 mm |
