1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 65 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Morris Minor 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 1962 Morris Minor. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Caravan | Minor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
