1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 869 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2741 mm |
