1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Applause |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |