1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Renault 5 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 1981 Renault 5. 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
