1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
