1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
