1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 463 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| 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 | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
