1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Applause | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |