1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 960 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 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Daihatsu Applause 2012 BMW X3
Make Daihatsu BMW
Model Applause X3
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.6 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 67 L


 

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