2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 555 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.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Cuore | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
