2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
