1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 993 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Applause | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
