1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 381 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
