1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Applause | Justy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
