2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia 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 71 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
