1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 295 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, 1996 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Gol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2480 mm |
