1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 264 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Skylark | Applause |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
