1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Applause | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |