1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 555 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Passat | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
