1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
