1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Applause | Charade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
