2004 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1991 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1991 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Applause |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
