1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 10 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander 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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Applause | Commander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
