1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi Super 90 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1968 Audi Super 90 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 1968 Audi Super 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1968 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Super 90 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
