1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 18 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 113 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 (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | Micra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
