1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Applause | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
