1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuore | Terios |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2430 mm |
