1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 400 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius 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. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Prius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
