2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Cuore | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |