2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
