1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1988 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1988 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Applause | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |