1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Opti | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 101.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
