1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 857 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 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Cuore | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
