1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 17 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 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 737 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Renault Espace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charmant | Espace |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 804 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 705 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |