1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Applause | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
