1972 Buick GS vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Buick GS.
Because 1972 Buick GS 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 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | GS | Caravan |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |