1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 845 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3778 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3080 mm |
