2000 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Holden Commodore 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 1989 Holden Commodore. 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Cuore | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
