1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 855 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2710 mm |
