1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 12 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 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 360 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 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2370 mm |
