1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Applause | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
