2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 700 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cuore | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
