1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 992 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Eos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2578 mm |
