1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Applause | 100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
