1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 630 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Applause | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
