1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 75 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Applause | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
