1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 937 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.
Because 2006 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
| Model | Applause | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 114 L |
