1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 9 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 1,239 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 28 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
