2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 14 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1685 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.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Avanti | Daihatsu |
| Model | Studebaker | Applause |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2480 mm |
