1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2220 mm |
