1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 23 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ascari |
Model | Applause | A10 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2636 mm |