2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2160 mm |
