1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Applause | Serena |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |