1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 856 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Cuore |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |