2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caravan | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
