2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 12 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Naked | Applause |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
