2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Torino |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |