1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause 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 12 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Applause | Applause |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
