1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (94 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 290 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, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (160 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Applause | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
