1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 518 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | Accent |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 45 L |
