1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta 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) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
