2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Azure | Applause |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
