1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 2000 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Applause | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
