1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Applause | 14 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
