1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 34 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
