1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
