1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo

To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo.

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, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Daihatsu Charade 1985 Renault Rodeo
Make Daihatsu Renault
Model Charade Rodeo
Year Released 1984 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 1106 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 50 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 720 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 34 L


 

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