2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 600 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Cuore | J30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2960 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
