1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 420 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Applause | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2645 mm |
