1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Renault 11

To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 144 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Charade 1982 Renault 11
Make Daihatsu Renault
Model Charade 11
Year Released 1979 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 59 HP
Torque 106 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 76.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.2:1
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 870 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2490 mm


 

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