1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1030 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 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Applause | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
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 | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |