2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1990 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1990 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | HHR | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2160 mm |
