1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Reliant Rebel 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 1974 Reliant Rebel. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Caravan | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
