1990 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
| Model | 400 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
