2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 376 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Caravan | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
