1989 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1090 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Cuore | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Cuore | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2700 mm |