2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuore | Vento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
