1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 102 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 11 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
