2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 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 67 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1973 Seat 124 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Caravan | 124 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |