2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
