1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
