1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 735 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Daihatsu Applause | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Applause | Orlando |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |