1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 6 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 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 30 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Applause | Avella |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
