1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | 21 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
