1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
