2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
