1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Cuore | 460 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
