2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge 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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
