1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1582 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 2012 Nissan Armada 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 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. 2012 Nissan Armada 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. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 106 L |
