1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Safrane |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |