2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 181 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 88 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 1955 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
