2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Renault 21 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |