1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
