1977 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Estate 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 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Estate | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
