2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 571 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
