1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 8 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 820 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
