2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Cuore | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |