2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
