1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 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 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Applause | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
