2007 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 221 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Cuore | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
