1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 18 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1000 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.
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, 2009 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Applause | Milan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
