1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Applause | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
