1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 825 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sports |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2160 mm |
