1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 616 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3078 mm |
