1980 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Caravan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |