2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 545 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caravan | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |