1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 49 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1975 Ford Capri | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Applause | Capri |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |