1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 495 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 1979 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Applause | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
