1996 Renault Spider vs. 2010 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 225 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 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Spider | 2010 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
