1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 549 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
