2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 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, 1978 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Cuore | 18 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
