1983 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
