1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (67 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 635 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, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Applause | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1565 kg |
