1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 16 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2005 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Applause | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
