1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
