2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Cuore | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |