1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
