1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 199 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
