1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 759 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
