1981 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | 18 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
