1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 240 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 (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
