1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
