2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. 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 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
