1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 13 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 200 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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Agila |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
