1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade 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) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade 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 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Applause | Ballade |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |