1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade 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) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 199 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Applause | Charade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
