1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
