1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 35 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Applause | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
