1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 935 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Applause | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
