1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 18 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 2008 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Applause | G5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
