1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 12 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
