1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 88 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
