2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1950 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 697 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1950 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
