1990 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 20 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 915 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 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Cuore | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2900 mm |
