1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 969 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2640 mm |
