1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1994 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 40 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 889 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1994 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Bee | Caravan |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2501 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2860 mm |