1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Record |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
