1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1954 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3040 mm |
