1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
