1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti

To start off, both 1992 Daihatsu Applause and 1992 Daihatsu Opti were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 39 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 (134 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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