2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caravan | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
