1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 910 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Applause | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
