2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Caravan | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2090 mm |
