1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Applause | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
