1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. Both 1989 Daihatsu Applause and 1979 Toyota Sprinter are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
