1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 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.
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 Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
