1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 717 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. 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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3040 mm |
