1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Cuore | Luce |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |