1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 655 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Caravan | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
