1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Applause | 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
