1998 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 504 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Applause |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
