1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Applause | Dart |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
