1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 1119 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 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Cuore | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2910 mm |