1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1004 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
Model | Applause | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |