1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge 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, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Caravan | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
