1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2880 mm |
