1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L 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 62 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 102 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Applause | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
