1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18, 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, 1984 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charmant | 18 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |