1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
Model | Cuore | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |