1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
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 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
