1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charmant | Caravan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |