1994 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1994 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Samara | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
| Model | Samara | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
