1955 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 351 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | Tickford | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
