1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
