1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 657 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
Model | 3000 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |