1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 655 kg more than 1953 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Sports |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
