2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 268 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
