1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant 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 37 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Applause | Charmant |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |