1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica 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 42 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 559 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
