1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 90 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 (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Applause | Capri |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |