1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 818 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1974 Mazda 818 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 1974 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Applause | 818 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
