1973 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Because 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Rover | Dodge |
Model | 3.5 Litre | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3078 mm |