1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 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, 1987 Renault 21 (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
