1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 20 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 1122 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 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Cuore | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2910 mm |
