1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1992 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1992 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Roadmaster | Applause |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |