2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 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.
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 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
