1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 21 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
