2005 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Cuore | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
