1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 905 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.
Because 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 2000 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Daihatsu Applause | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Applause | Silvia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |