2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Cuore | Vanette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2080 mm |