2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 118 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
