1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 6 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 666 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Applause | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
