1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1991 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Express |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
