1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 2 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
