2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 608 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | YRV | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
