1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 855 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. 2007 SsangYong Korando 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. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Applause | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
