1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Applause | Retona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
