2003 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Grand Caravan | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2390 mm |
