1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 800 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Applause | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
