2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Packard Patrician 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 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |
