2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Express weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
