1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 615 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Familia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
