1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 42 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Applause | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
