1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Cuore | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2040 mm |
