1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Applause | Taft |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |
