1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce 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 11 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | Luce |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |