2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Seville | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2160 mm |
