1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1991 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1991 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Daihatsu Domino | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Domino | Applause |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |