1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
