1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1990 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Laguna (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Laguna weights approximately 93 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Renault Laguna (181 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
