1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 36 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
