1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3130 mm |
