1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Applause | Sable |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
