1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 370 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.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | 18 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
