1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. 1979 Mazda Montrose has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mazda Montrose will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Applause | Montrose |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |