1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 170 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, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2400 mm |
