1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 961 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. 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 (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2200 mm |
