1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 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 15 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 25 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Applause | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |