2008 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 417 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.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Cuore | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
