1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 329 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 70 L |
