1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 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 1978 Mazda 929. 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Applause | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
