1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce 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 58 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
