1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician 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 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3240 mm |
