1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Applause | 205 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
