1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause 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 51 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
| Model | Applause | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
