1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 790 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 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3270 mm |
