1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1998 Opel Astra (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Cuore | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
