1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 489 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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 (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 912 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
