1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Applause |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 740 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |