2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 747 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Cuore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 638 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 818 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
