1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 10 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1970 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | 10 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2280 mm |