1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 880 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Applause | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |