1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 795 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Applause | A6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2912 mm |
