1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1400 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 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Daihatsu | Bentley |
Model | Applause | Continental |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |