1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 778 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
