2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Logan | Applause |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
