2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1997 Ford Tracer
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,321 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Tracer weights approximately 200 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, 1997 Ford Tracer (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1997 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Cuore | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1321 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
