2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 733 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (286 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
