2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 533 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mustang | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
