1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Clio |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |