1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 904 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Daihatsu Applause 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Applause Tacoma
Year Released 1995 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1589 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 102 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.6 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 80 L