2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 GAZ Volga 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 1970 GAZ Volga. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Cuore | Volga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
