1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Applause | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
