1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 11 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 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 132 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 306 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 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Applause | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
