1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 1994 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace, 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, 1994 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Renault Espace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charmant | Espace |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |