1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 16 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daewoo |
| Model | Applause | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
