1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 19 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego 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.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Applause | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
