1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Nissan President 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1966 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | President |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |