1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 431 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
