1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 36 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
