2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 349 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
