1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 7 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade 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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Applause | Ballade |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |