1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Applause | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
