1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
