1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 14 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
