2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 48 L |
