1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
