1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | RS 200 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
