1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1992 Daihatsu Applause and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Applause | 190 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
