2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2160 mm |
