1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1990 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 1 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 660 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.
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, 1991 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1990 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | APV | Applause |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
