2007 Audi TT vs. 1989 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 950 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2160 mm |
