1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 10 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Applause | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
