1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |