2007 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1990 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Applause |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
