1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie 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 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
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 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
