1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 520 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 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Applause | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |