2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1990 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | U4 B | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
