1962 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1962 Austin Princess 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 1962 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
