1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
