1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 401 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
