1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Applause | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
