Daihatsu Cuore L80,L81 0.8 (L80) (39 Hp)

Overall Rating

6.3 / 10

Safety N/A / 5

Not Rated

Engine 2.0 / 5

Value 4.0 / 5

Performance 2.0 / 5

Comfort 2.5 / 5

People\'s Opinion N/A / 5

Not Rated

Daihatsu Cuore:

The Daihatsu Mira was a kei-type city car built by Japanese car maker Daihatsu. It was built with a variety of options and chassis variations, with the latest variant having four models: Mira, Mira AVY, Mira Gino, and Mira VAN. The Mira is the latest successor to the line of cars begun with the Daihatsu Fellow of 1966, and was originally introduced as the commercial version of the Cuore. Outside of Japan, the Mira has also been offered with larger 850 or 1000-cc engines. In Australia, the two-seater version was marketed as the Daihatsu Handivan and later as the Daihatsu Handi. The term mira means "look " in Spanish and "goal" or "purpose" in Latin....(Read more on Wikipedia)

L80,L81 Overview:

Daihatsu Cuore (L80,L81). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.

0.8 (L80) (39 Hp) Verdict:

Performance Verdict

This 39 Hp engine provides very modest performance, strictly adequate for city driving and short commutes. Acceleration is leisurely, and highway cruising will be a struggle.

Fuel Economy

Given its small displacement and low power, this engine is designed for excellent fuel economy, making it a very cheap car to run in urban environments.

Best Use Case: City / Urban Commuting

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Excellent fuel economy
• Highly maneuverable in urban environments
• Known for good reliability (for its era)
• Compact size makes parking easy
• Available 4WD option for enhanced traction

Cons:

• Very limited power and acceleration
• Basic interior comfort and features
• Poor highway performance
• Outdated safety standards
• High noise levels at speed

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L80,L81: 1986 - 1988).

General:
Brand:	Daihatsu
Model:	Cuore
Generation:	L80,L81
Modification (Engine):	0.8 (L80) (39 Hp)
Start of production:	1989
End of production:	1990
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Hatchback