1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Applause | 405 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
