1999 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
