1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 805 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 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Applause | EX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
