1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Applause | 993 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
