1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan 4 weights approximately 45 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.
Because 1995 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Applause | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
