1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 325 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, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
