2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 16 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 950 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 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allroad | Applause |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
