2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 25 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, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuore | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
