1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 855 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 Honda Crosstour 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 Honda Crosstour 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 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
