1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 414 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Cuore | i30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 53 L |
