2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 915 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
