2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1990 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1990 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aveo | Applause |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
