1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 442 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
