1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Applause | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |