2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 1990 Renault Clio (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 905 kg |
