2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1526 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |
