1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault 8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1966 Renault 8 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 1966 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1966 Renault 8 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
