1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 181 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Rocky | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
