1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 37 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Applause | 323 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
