1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 960 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
