1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 720 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.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
