1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 625 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Applause |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
