1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Applause | FX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
