1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 444 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 1972 Ford Granada 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 1972 Ford Granada. 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 (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
