1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 18 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 134 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, 2002 Renault Clio, 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, 2002 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
