2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft 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 9 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuore | Taft |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
