1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 7 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 465 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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Applause | V40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
