1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 175 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Tempo 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 | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Applause | Tempo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |