1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 197 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Applause | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
