2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 41 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 835 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
