2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1991 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 933 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 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1991 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rendezvous | Applause |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
