2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sports |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2160 mm |
