1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 805 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 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 1968 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
